We on the WIRED Gear staff (and millions of people around the globe) agree: When you’ve got an iPhone, the Apple Watch is the best wearable to go together with it. However which model do you have to purchase? Apple launched the Sequence 8, a brand new SE, and a rugged Ultra sports watch in 2022. The corporate has stopped promoting final yr’s Sequence 7 however you possibly can nonetheless discover them at on-line retailers (typically for a big low cost), together with older fashions. All of those watches look fairly comparable and share a rotating secure of options. Right here, we break down which one is finest for you, and whether or not older fashions are definitely worth the worth.
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Up to date April 2023: We added our overview for the Apple Watch Extremely and up to date costs.
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